DOUGLAS RUGBY CLUB
Job Title:
Player/Coach/Chief Executive
Designate
Department:
Executive Director/Board
Location:
Douglas Rugby Club
Travel Required:
Travel on Saturdays during season
for League Fixtures
Position Type:
Full-Time
Port-e-Chee
Douglas
Isle of Man IM2 2RA
Level/Salary Range:
Reporting to:
Chairman/President
Job Description
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Reporting to the Board of Directors and working with the Chairman and President, the Player/Coach/Chief
Executive Designate is responsible for promoting the success of the Club by:

Giving direction and leadership to the players, coaches and key stakeholders to enable achievement of the
Club's philosophy, mission and strategy;

Specifically giving direction and leadership to the players, coaches and key stakeholders to enable
achievement of the Club's senior playing objectives in terms of sustainable promotion and RFU league
participation

Helping the Board determine and implement the Club’s values, mission, vision, and short- and long-term
goals and objectives;

Keeping the Board fully informed on the condition of Club and on all the important factors influencing it.
Identifying problems and opportunities and addressing them; informing the Board and its committees
about trends, issues, problems and activities in order to facilitate decision-making, and

Recommending and providing strategic direction and enabling the Board to execute its governance
function.
The main accountabilities are:

Rugby Committee Administration and Support -- Chair meetings of the Club's Rugby Committee to assure a
smoothly functioning, efficient playing environment of the Club at all levels

Board Administration and Support -- Provides general oversight of all the Club's activities and assures a
smoothly functioning, efficient Club.

Working in conjunction with the Treasurer, supports operations and administration of Board by advising
and informing Board members, interfacing between Board, bar stewardess and volunteers

Program, Product and Service Delivery -- Oversees design, marketing, promotion, delivery and quality of
programs, products and services specific to rugby with a view to achieving the Club's objectives

Financial and Facilities Management -- Recommends annual budget for Board approval and prudently
manages the Club’s resources within those budget guidelines according to current laws and regulations

Human Resource Management -- Effectively manages the human resources of the Club according to
authorised personnel policies and procedures that fully conform to current laws and regulations

Community and Public Relations within the Isle of Man -- Assures the Club and its objectives, programs,
products and services are consistently presented in a strong and positive image
Player Coach Role

As Head Coach builds a sustainable network of coaching support to achieve Club objectives

Provides leadership on the pitch consistent with the Club objectives.
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Assures coaching quality and the Club stability through development and implementation of new and
interesting sessions with regular evaluation.

Assures a playing environment that recruits, retains and supports quality players. Assures process for
selecting, development, motivating, and evaluating players.

Specifies accountabilities for coaching team and evaluates performance regularly.

Attend Junior training sessions on Sundays and encourage senior players to volunteer to assist
Club RDO Role

Assures a total Club environment that recruits, retains and supports players at all levels.

Assures a Club profile within the Isle of Man which encourages recruitment of players at all levels.

Working with the Board to ensure financing to support short and long-term playing goals.

Promoting effective recruitment programs in a cost-effective manner to achieve targets
Chief Executive Officer Designate Role

Take responsibility, review and amend Club systems and procedures as appropriate to better achieve Club
objectives

With the Chairman and President, focus Board and Committee attention on long-range strategic issues for
the Club.

Working with the Chairman to enable the Board to fulfill its governance functions and facilitating the
optimum performance by the Board, its committees and individual Board members.

Managing the Board’s responsibility to the RFU to ensure timely attention to core issues and reports.

Working with the Board officers, committee members and volunteers to get the best thinking and to
encourage all to give his or her best.

Recommending volunteers to come forward to sit on the Board and its committees.

Helping the Board monitor and evaluate the Club's effectiveness, and its results.

Keeping the Board fully informed on the condition of the Club and on all the important factors influencing
it.

Identifying problems and opportunities and addressing them; bringing those which are appropriate to the
Board and/or its committees; and, facilitating discussion and deliberation.

Informing the Board and its committees about trends, issues, problems and activities in order to facilitate
policy-making. Recommending policy positions.

Assisting in the organisation and staffing of TT and TT Classic campsites which are a key fundraiser for the
Club.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
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None specific

Coaching qualifications helpful
COMPETENCIES
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Playing Ability

Strategic Perception

Decision Making
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Analysis and use of information

Communication and motivation
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Interaction with others

Achievement of results
ADDITIONAL NOTES
The Player/Coach/CEO Designate is:
 Player and Club-focused and goal driven. This individual identifies relevant information and helps
transform this information into individual and Club goals and objectives.
 Action-oriented and innovative. He translates broad goals into achievable steps. He anticipates and solves
problems and takes advantage of opportunities, is a self-starter and team player.
Business savvy:
As the Club leader, this position requires an individual with knowledge of and experience in management and
administration. The position requires demonstrated experience in integrating and coordinating diverse areas of
management.
Finance and Compliance; oral and written communications; planning and evaluation; corporate governance. A high
level of interpersonal skills is required to make formal, persuasive presentations to groups and to deal effectively
with people.
Change Leader:
The Chief Executive possesses the skills and implements the functions of a leader. He shares the Club’s values,
mission and vision. He consistently displays integrity, models behaviour, develops people, and builds teams. This
individual deals effectively with demanding situations and designs and implements interventions.
Motivator:
The Chief Executive manages continuity, change and transition. This individual knows how to influence and enable
others. He addresses the impact of attitude and action on the the Club and its employees.
Problem Solver:
He handles detailed, complex concepts and problems, balances multiple tasks simultaneously, and makes rapid
decisions regarding administrative issues. Plans and implements programs.
Relationship Management:
Establishes strong and appropriate relationships with Board, committees, coaches and players. Develops smooth
and constructive relationships with colleagues, outside agencies, organizations and individuals.
Planning and Organising:
Plans and meets deadlines. Maintains a flexible work schedule to meet the demands of executive management.
Hours may be long and certainly irregular. Conveys a professional and positive image and attitude regarding the
Club. Demonstrates commitment to continued skills growth and development.
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